The Beatles by Jim Marshall

Relive The Beatles' last live public concert through the eyes of the ultimate rock 'n' roll photographer Jim Marshall. This deluxe volume collects over 150 photos and proof sheets, half of them never before seen. Jim Marshall's photographs of The Beatles' 1966 concert in San Francisco capture a historic convergence: one of the biggest names in music photography and one of the most beloved bands in history. Specially requested as photographer by The Beatles, Marshall immortalized not only the concert itself, but also intimate moments backstage, such as the musicians meeting the Baez sisters and hanging out in the locker room before the show. This definitive collection presents the photographs at large scale and in the rich high-contrast tones Marshall favored. An in-depth essay by music historian Joel Selvin brings the moment to life. Whether you were there at Candlestick Park or wish you had been, this is your chance to see The Beatles as you've never seen them before. EXCLUSIVE WINDOW INTO THE CONCERT: Jim Marshall was the only photographer allowed backstage to photograph The Beatles during the Candlestick Park concert. This book brings you into the historic moment and makes you feel like part of the band. NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN CONTENT: Marshall's photographs from this event have never been published all together in a single book, and half the images were never published at all. Plus, it includes Marshall's proof sheets, from which he selected his iconic shots. PHOTOGRAPHY ICON: Jim Marshall is the great rock 'n' roll photographer, as his images of The Beatles prove. In addition to being a legendary artist, he was a peer, colleague, and friend to musicians, and he documented countless seminal musical moments throughout the 1960s and 1970s. ANNIVERSARY YEAR: August 2026 marks the 60th anniversary of The Beatles' last live public concert. Celebrate by going back in time through these incredible photographs. Perfect for: Beatles fans Jim Marshall fans Music history buffs Photographers and photography book collectors Birthday or any special occasion gift-giving to any devoted Beatlemaniac Anyone looking for a great present for music lovers